Beech's New Traditional Sweets: A Taste of British Nostalgia
There's a particular kind of comfort in a traditional sweet — the rattle of a paper bag, a flavour you remember from childhood, a treat made the way it always has been. Beech's has just leaned right into that feeling with a new trio of traditional British sweets, each one a classic done properly.
The range brings together three timeless favourites — Fruit Jellies, Lemon Sherbets and Butterscotch — all naturally flavoured and made with the same care and quality Beech's has applied since 1920. Each is priced at £4.99, which makes the whole set an easy, affordable way to fill the sweet tin. Here's a closer look at what's new and what makes each one worth a place in your cupboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does butterscotch come from? Butterscotch is most often traced to Doncaster in Yorkshire, where confectioner Samuel Parkinson is credited with making it from around 1817. The origin of the "scotch" in the name is still debated among food historians.
What is a sherbet lemon? A sherbet lemon is a traditional British boiled sweet: a zesty, bittersweet lemon shell with a fizzy sherbet centre that pops on the tongue. The word "sherbet" originally referred to a sweet Middle Eastern drink.
What are Beech's Fruit Jellies made from? They're made using real fruit juices and purées, including pear, apple, peach and cherry, set with pectin rather than gelatine, and coloured with natural extracts.
What makes these sweets "traditional"? They use time-honoured methods such as starch moulding, natural colours and flavours, and recipes developed over Beech's century-plus of British sweet-making since 1920.
How much do they cost? Each bag — Fruit Jellies (100g), Lemon Sherbets (130g) or Butterscotch (130g) — is £4.99.
A Taste of History, Made Today
These three sweets have outlasted fads and fashions for good reason — they're simple pleasures, done well. Beech's brings their stories into the present with natural ingredients and traditional methods, so every bite is a little piece of British confectionery history.
Explore the full Traditional Sweets collection and pick your favourites. With free UK delivery on orders over £40, it's the perfect moment to stock the sweet tin.
